BDBDThe CountryPotatoes vs people: govt moves to protect top vege-growing landLifestyle blocks and new subdivisions will be far harder to develop on areas of rich soil.14 Aug 06:30 AM
BDBDThe CountryFonterra woes a drag for two biggest shareholdersFonterra said this week it expects to report a full-year loss of as much as $675 million.14 Aug 06:20 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFonterra poised to ditch NZ tech provider for Indian outsourcer: insiderNZ IT providers have the chops, and Fonterra should buy local, lobby group says.14 Aug 06:17 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: They were CEOs of three huge NZ companies. All foreign, all left under a cloud.COMMENT: Horrible symmetry in three vaunted arrivals.14 Aug 06:03 AM
The CountryYou lovin' it? McDonald's NZ launches veggie burger trialVegetarians and non-meat eaters can rejoice with the new plant-based burger on sale.14 Aug 05:28 AM
The CountryFonterra loss 'a kick in the guts' for farmersAccording to Fonterra, adjustment translates to a 37c-42c loss per share.14 Aug 12:00 AM
The CountryFewer lambs expected in Canterbury this spring''Unless we get an exceptional spring we will see a lower number of lambs.''13 Aug 11:45 PM
The CountryCannaouth to issue new shares to build Waikato greenhouseCannasouth will issue new shares to build a cannabis facility in the Waikato.13 Aug 10:15 PM
OpinionBarry SoperSoper: Shane Jones' harsh words for Fonterra seem justifiedCOMMENT: Fonterra's a cash cow for the suits but little more than M bovis for the farmers.13 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBridgeman: Fonterra must axe absurd incentives as Spierings payout loomsLittle wonder Fonterra is in the perilous position it's now in.13 Aug 06:25 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryJenny Ruth: Delegat and A2 are premium brand managers - is Comvita?Keeping a premium label - despite the cost.13 Aug 06:20 AM
The CountryFonterra needs to be asked the hard questions - farmerAs dairy giant Fonterra forecasts another big loss, farmers say it will hit them hard.12 Aug 11:15 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPeter Clark: Smart farmers and landowners welcome treesComment: Return from forestry is many times greater than farming sheep or cattle.12 Aug 11:00 PM
The CountryGovt will not step in for Fonterra farmers - PMPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern says there's no suggestion of Fonterra failing.12 Aug 11:00 PM
The CountryFonterra heads towards biggest ever loss as writedowns biteS&P warns Fonterra that it could be in for a credit rating downgrade.12 Aug 05:49 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryShane Jones calls out Fonterra's 'corporate eunuchs' after poor resultShane Jones says NZ has reached 'peak cow' and Fonterra needs to understand this.12 Aug 05:42 AM
The CountryHawke's Bay apple industry building 1500 new beds for RSE workersA win for workers, a win for the region's housing crisis, apple industry says.12 Aug 02:49 AM
The CountryFonterra's writedowns 'painful but necessary'Fonterra's credit rating could come under downward pressure.12 Aug 01:13 AM
The Country'Significant fish hooks' in ETS proposals: Red meat sectorConcern that ETS proposals add unnecessary complexity, cost and confusion to the industry.11 Aug 11:45 PM
The CountryOtago venison marketer calls China homeHunter McGregor runs a Shanghai-based venison importing and distribution business.11 Aug 11:15 PM
The CountrySour milk: Fonterra reveals loss up to $675mFonterra has announced a big write-down and forecast a loss of up to $675 million.11 Aug 08:40 PM
BDBDThe CountryIs fall in global dairy trade sign of China's weaker purchasing power?Are Chinese buyers feeling the pinch as the yuan devalues?11 Aug 08:09 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBillion trees backlash: Shane Jones on the defensiveForestry Minister Shane Jones says New Zealand land use change is on a march.11 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe Godfather of craft: Man who changed NZ brewingHow Richard Emerson's beer journey has shaped the country's beer industry.10 Aug 12:30 AM
The CountryJet boats and glamping diversify Hurunui farm"It was ideal for me to set up a business which complements the farm".08 Aug 11:30 PM
The CountryTomoana Freezing Works closure: Exhibition to commemorate its historyIt's almost 25 years since the closure of the Tomoana Freezing Works.08 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAgriSea growing on a diet of seaweed and scienceAgriSea brews up a case for the commercial power of seaweed.08 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryLiam Dann: I hope Adrian Orr is better at poker than meDoes a double cut in the official cash rate leave enough in the tank for a real crisis?08 Aug 06:03 AM
The CountryOCR slashed – what now for farmers?Comment: What could the Government do and how could it affect farmers?07 Aug 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPattrick Smellie: Deep ocean fish-farming comes a step closerKing Salmon announced plans for an offshore facility off the tip of the South Island.07 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryReserve Bank rolls out heavy artillery as NZ economy coolsReserve Bank stunned the financial markets today by cutting its official cash rate.07 Aug 06:32 AM
The CountryFonterra to sell Beingmate shares at huge lossFonterra unable to find a buyer for entire 18.8 per cent stake.07 Aug 05:50 AM
The CountryMortgage rates drop as OCR cut to record lowThe Reserve Bank has cut its Official Cash Rate to 1.0 per cent: What it means for you.07 Aug 02:02 AM